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Marinated Raw Prawns: A Refreshing Starter With a Taste of the Sea
Learn how to make these delightful marinated raw prawns – a refined summer starter bursting with the vibrant freshness of the Mediterranean.
🛒 Ingredients
- ✓ 600g fresh prawns
- ✓ 4 lemons (juice and finely grated zest)
- ✓ 1 clove of garlic
- ✓ A small bunch of chopped parsley
- ✓ 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- ✓ A pinch of salt
- ✓ Red chilli powder, to taste
📊 Nutritional Information
If you adore the scent of the sea and the bright flavours of Sicily, marinated raw prawns are just the ticket! This simple yet elegant starter highlights the natural sweetness of the prawns, lifted by zesty lemon and fragrant parsley. It’s a light but flavour-packed dish, perfect for balmy summer days and best enjoyed with a crisp Sicilian white wine.
👨🍳 Preparation
- 1
Thoroughly rinse the prawns under cold running water.
- 2
Remove the heads and shells, then devein by pulling out the dark vein along the back with a toothpick.
- 3
Place the cleaned prawns in a glass bowl and add the crushed garlic.
- 4
Pour over the strained lemon juice and leave to marinate in the fridge for about 2 hours.
- 5
After marinating, drain the prawns and discard the garlic.
- 6
Dress with extra virgin olive oil, salt, chilli powder, and chopped parsley.
- 7
Garnish with lemon zest and leave to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
💡 Tips and Variations
For a gourmet twist, drizzle a little lemon-infused oil or scatter some pink peppercorns over the top. If you enjoy a sweet-savvy kick, serve the prawns alongside slices of orange or pink grapefruit.
📦 Storage
- • Best enjoyed fresh immediately after preparation.
- • Do not keep for more than 12 hours, even refrigerated.
- • Always use previously frozen or blast-frozen prawns to ensure food safety.
🍷 Pairing
Serve these marinated prawns with a glass of Contea di Sclafani Ansonica — a dry, floral Sicilian white wine with gentle citrus notes that perfectly complements the dish’s light, fresh flavours.
I wholeheartedly recommend giving this marinated prawn recipe a go – it’s a simple way to bring a touch of Sicilian sunshine to your table. Perfect for a summer gathering or a light supper, it’s guaranteed to impress family and friends alike. Do try it at home, share it around, and savour every zesty, ocean-fresh bite!
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